Divine Celebration: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has described the lighting of over 22 lakh ‘diyas’ during the Deepotsav in Ayodhya as divine and unforgettable. He believes the energy from the event is spreading new enthusiasm across India.
PM’s Praise: The prime minister lauded the Deepotsav as “amazing, divine and unforgettable”. He also shared some pictures from the celebrations, expressing his admiration for the event.
Nationwide Impact: In a post on X, Prime Minister Modi stated, “The entire country is being illuminated with the millions of lamps lit during the grand deepotsav festival.” He added that the energy from this event is spreading new zeal and enthusiasm across India.
Blessings for All: Modi expressed his wish that “with the blessings of Lord Shri Ram the welfare of all the people in the country is ensured and he inspires all of them. Jai Siya Ram!” He hopes the event will bring prosperity to all.
Record-Breaking Illumination: More than 22 lakh ‘diyas’ illuminated the banks of the Saryu river in Ayodhya during the seventh edition of the Deepotsav, setting a new world record for lighting a large number of lamps simultaneously in one place.
Volunteers’ Effort: The 22,23 lakh ‘diyas’ (earthen lanterns), 6.47 lakh more than last year, were lit by 25,000 volunteers at the 51 ghats of Ram Ki Paidi along the river.
World Record Recognition: Ayodhya resonated with chants of ‘Jai Shri Ram’ as representatives of the Guinness Book of World Records confirmed the city’s achievement. The counting of the lamps was done using drones.
Chief Minister’s Greetings: Upon receiving a certificate from the Guinness Book of World Records, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended warm greetings to the entire Ayodhya and its residents.
Deepotsav’s Growth: In 2017, when the BJP came to power in Uttar Pradesh, 1.71 lakh lamps were lit in Ayodhya and since then Deepotsav has become a major event in the state. The number of lamps lit has grown each year.
Diplomatic Presence: Diplomats from 54 countries witnessed the seventh Deepotsav in Ayodhya as the live telecast of the celebration was broadcast in over 100 countries.
Cultural Showcase: Cultural presentations by artists from 21 states, 11 tableaus, Ramlila performances from Russia, Sri Lanka, Singapore, and Nepal, and the talents of 2,500 artists from India and abroad illuminated Ayodhya.
Volunteer Participation: Volunteers from Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Avadh University, colleges, inter-colleges, and voluntary organisations actively participated in the ceremony. This year’s Deepotsav, coinciding with Hanuman Jayanti, became an unparalleled event in Ayodhya with only 72 days left for the consecration ceremony of the idol of Lord Ram Lalla to be held on January 22.